North Plainfield Middle School vs West End School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Plainfield Middle School
North Plainfield · Public middle · Grades 7–8
538 students
West End School
North Plainfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
600 students
| Measure | North Plainfield Middle School North Plainfield, New Jersey | West End School North Plainfield, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #398 of 440 | #1244 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #11054 of 15,369 | #34558 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 538 | 600 |
| Enrollment | 538 | 600 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.6% | 76% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 33% |
| city | North Plainfield | North Plainfield |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West End School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.2 vs 34.1).
- •West End School does better on math proficiency (33% vs 17%).
- •North Plainfield Middle School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 36%).
- •West End School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76% vs 78.6%).
- •North Plainfield Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 11.8).
- •West End School is the larger school with 600 students compared with 538.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is North Plainfield Middle School better than West End School?
On the Success Index (US), West End School ranks higher (36.2 vs 34.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are North Plainfield Middle School and West End School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between North Plainfield and North Plainfield in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Plainfield Middle School: 538. West End School: 600. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Plainfield Middle School and West End School rank in New Jersey?
North Plainfield Middle School is 398th of 440 and West End School is 1244th of 1,479 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).